Senior Child Protection Worker & Child Protection Worker Branch: Great Southern Region – Albany WA Salary: $102,808 - $112,645 a year Posted: 5 days ago, from Department for Child Protection and Family Support The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform. Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The Child Protection Worker and Senior Child Protection Worker provide services to children placed in the care of the CEO and undertake case work activities of a complex nature. This includes assisting and planning with families to develop capacity to provide a safe environment for children, investigating serious concerns about the welfare and safety of children, and taking appropriate action and intervention when required. Applicants will be considered for positions in Albany and Katanning only. Benefits include: Government Regional Officer Housing (GROH) assistance 1 additional week Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) 2 additional days travel leave Public Service Holidays – additional 3 days holiday per annum Annual Leave – 4 weeks annual leave per 12 months worked Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders – Up to 5 days per calendar year Eligibility to join the fitness passport program On-the-job training Personal development courses Free annual influenza vaccinations Salary packaging Qualification Requirements: You must have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a relevant human services area to be eligible for this position. All overseas qualifications must be assessed for Australian equivalency. New graduates are welcome to apply. If you are a new graduate, we encourage you to apply. We are accepting applications from new graduates who have completed their degree and have an upcoming graduation date. Application Instructions: A current resume/CV. A one (1) page written application addressing Essential Work Related Requirements as stated on the JDF. A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable). An application form (for hard copy applications only). Applicants who are shortlisted will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements during the selection process. Integrity and Honesty: The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically. In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. Equity and Diversity: The Department of Communities embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women, and youth. Closing Date: 2024-12-02 4:00 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr